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Media Releases
Three AUC Researchers Awarded at “COVID-19: Preparing for the Next Pandemic” Conference
Three researchers from the biotechnology graduate program and chemistry department at The American University in Cairo (AUC) received best presentation awards for young researchers at the 17th Annual Conference of the National Committee of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (NCBMB) of the Academy of Scientific Research & Technology, titled “COVID-19: Preparing for the Next Pandemic”.
AUC Journalism Students Win Award of Excellence in Public Service Announcement Competition External
Two mass communication students at The American University in Cairo (AUC): Habiba Abouzied, communication and media arts major, and Omar Shaarawy '21, multimedia journalism, received the Broadcast Education Association’s Award of Excellence for their public service announcement (PSA) on Memorable Moments in Broadcast History.
AUC Appoints Two New Deans
AUC has named Lotfi Gaafar the new dean for the School of Sciences and Engineering and John Meloy, the new dean for the School of Humanities and Social Sciences.
NEWS@AUC
Presidential Inaugurations: A Tradition and Tribute
The inauguration of AUC’s 13th President Ahmad S. Dallal is just six days away, marking an important milestone for the University. A presidential inauguration represents a new chapter in the life of a university and a special moment in its history.
Campus Conversation: COVID-19 Updates, Scientific Advice and What to Expect
Last week’s Campus Conversation focused on the epidemiological situation at AUC and in Egypt, as well as the University’s COVID-19 safety measures. Here’s what you need to know: AUC
Karim Seddik Receives AUC's Faculty Merit Award for Research on Mobile Networks, Precision Medicine:
Karim Seddik, professor of electronics and communications engineering and associate dean for graduate studies and research at AUC’s School of Sciences and Engineering, is no stranger to winning awards. His research has been recognized and published time and again by major entities such as the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers and the Egyptian state.
AUC in Motion
Campus Conversation: COVID Updates, Science Advice and What to Expect
October 14, The latest on AUC's ongoing pandemic response management. Distinguished University Professor Hassan Azzazy, chair of AUC's Scientific Advisory Committee for COVID-19, will share the group's work. In addition, panelists will give updates.
AUC Faculty Spotlight: Mohamed Nagib Abou-Zeid
October 10, Mohamed Nagib Abou-Zeid, professor of construction and Egypt's former "Man-Killer" hurdle champion, shares his insights and experiences as an athlete striving to maintain the balance between his career as an engineer and his sport, and looks back at his fondest memories as a record-breaking athlete.
Managing Mental Health; De-Stress, Bounce Back, and Take care of Yourself
September 28, Carie Forden, professor and chair of the Department of Psychology, and Dr. Ola Morsy, chief clinical counselor at AUC's center for student Well-Being, share tips on how to deal with stress and anxiety as we continue our lives in the midst of the pandemic.
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